East Asia
On Rule of Law and Religious Organizations in China
Gao Quanxi Tuesday, 6 July 2010
China regulates religion through a binary pattern, employing both legal guidelines and administrative decision. China needs to change how the administrative centralism regulates religious organizations and activities, and allow religious complaints to be addressed by judicial procedures.
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The Functions of Religion in Constructing a Harmonious Society: A Chinese Perspective
Jin Ze Thursday, 10 September 2009
The interaction between religion and society can be both positive and negative; both constructive and destructive. A system and a culture of the rule of law, as opposed to "rule by people," will lead to greater stability.
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Spiritual Therapy for Drug Rehabilitation: The Case of Yunnan
Wang Aiguo Thursday, 10 September 2009
The drug rehabilitation and AIDS prevention programs conducted by Yunnan's Christian community are highly valued; experiments in Christian Spiritual Therapy for drug rehabilitation appear to have higher success rates.
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Engaging Communist East Asia: Recommendations for Religious Freedom
Jared Daugherty, Hien Vu Monday, 1 September 2008
U.S. policymakers should understand historical and political factors in Communist East Asia and recognize these countries' aspirations as they develop religious freedom goals and methods.
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Religion as a Factor in Sino-U.S. Relations
Liu Peng Sunday, 1 June 2008
Misunderstanding and ignorance regarding the role of religion negatively impact Sino-U.S. relations. A framework for dialogue will engender understanding and enable practical progress.
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A New Framework for Promoting Religious Freedom in China
Carol Lee Hamrin Tuesday, 1 March 2005
Creating a sustainable approach that can effectively promote steady progress toward religious freedom in China will require sophisticated cooperative initiatives that involve various sectors, actors, and nationalities.
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Mission Improbable: A Chinese House Church Leader Responds to American Bible Smugglers
Saturday, 1 March 2003
Although American Christians who attempt to "bomb" Chinese communities with Scripture tracts might have the best intentions, they may actually be doing more harm than good.
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Principled Engagement in China
Jason Kindopp Saturday, 1 March 2003
The most effective approach to US policy toward China lies somewhere in between containment and engagement, weaving together promotion and accountability.
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